Scottie Scheffler, currently the world’s highest ranked golfer, has been detained and handcuffed by police on Friday at the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, according to reports by ESPN reporter, Jeff Darlington.

Scottie Scheffler plays his third shot on the 17th hole during the first round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club on May 16, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. The golfer was detained by…
Scottie Scheffler plays his third shot on the 17th hole during the first round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club on May 16, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. The golfer was detained by police in handcuffs at the event.

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